What is the cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Tallow?

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Tallow is to bus which costs €20 - €29 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Tallow?

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Tallow is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Tallow?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Tallow. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Tallow via Kilkenny MacDonagh Station and Dungarvan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Tallow?

The distance between Portlaoise and Tallow is 230 km. The road distance is 134.6 km.

How do I travel from Portlaoise to Tallow without a car?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Tallow without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €55 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Portlaoise to Tallow?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Portlaoise to Tallow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Tallow bus from?

Portlaoise to Tallow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Tallow?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Tallow is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €55 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €29 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Tallow bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Tallow bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Kilkenny MacDonagh Station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Tallow?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Tallow is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Portlaoise to Tallow.

Where can I stay near Tallow?

There are 95+ hotels available in Tallow.

Portlaoise to Tallow - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 530 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Portlaoise to Tallow by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain 208 / ...
3h 6m
€59–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 73
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Dungarvanbus 600
5h 14m
€20–29
Train, line 530 bus, line 363 bus
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Mallowtrain 208 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mallow Station to Fermoybus 530
3. Take the bus from Fermoy to Tallowbus 363
4h 43m
Drive 134.6 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Tallowcar 134.6 km
1h 38m
€23–33
Bus via Kilkenny
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Market Yardbus 838
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Dungarvanbus 600
5h 49m
€24–34

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portlaoise to Tallow.

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Distance: 230.3 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and Tallow, IE-WD, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Cork every 3 hours. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Tallow via Kilkenny MacDonagh Station and Dungarvan in around 5h 14m.

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